Skagway Gold Rush Self Guided GPS Walking Audio Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Skagway’s harbor played a major role during the Klondike Gold Rush, bringing thousands of prospectors, supplies, and equipment into town. Its ice-free deep-water port helped make Skagway one of the most important gateways to the Yukon.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  This waterfront area connects directly with historic Broadway, the heart of Gold Rush-era Skagway. The surrounding district is filled with preserved buildings, old saloons, museums, and landmarks from the boomtown years.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  The Port of Skagway sits at the northern end of the Inside Passage and has long served as a transportation link between coastal Alaska and the interior. During the Gold Rush, this harbor became a key arrival point for stampeders heading north.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4

  This scenic park follows Pullen Creek and offers a quieter side of Skagway’s waterfront. Between July and September, visitors may see salmon returning upstream during the annual salmon run.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  White Pass & Yukon Route Railway

  Built during the height of the Gold Rush, this railroad replaced the dangerous mountain trails once used by prospectors. Completed in 1900, it made travel between Skagway and the Yukon dramatically faster and remains one of the town’s most famous historic attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Skagway Centenial Statue

  This bronze statue shows a Tlingit packer guiding a stampeder and represents the important role Indigenous guides played during the Gold Rush. It was created in 1997 to mark Skagway’s Gold Rush centennial.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Jeff. Smiths Parlor Museum

  Once the headquarters of infamous conman “Soapy” Smith, this building was at the center of Skagway’s criminal underworld during the Gold Rush. It later became a museum preserving the story of his schemes and dramatic downfall.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Red Onion Saloon Brothel Museum

  A surviving reminder of Skagway’s rowdy Gold Rush nightlife, the Red Onion Saloon recalls an era when dozens of saloons, gambling halls, and entertainment venues filled the town.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9

  One of Skagway’s most distinctive buildings, this hall is famous for its facade made from thousands of pieces of driftwood. It once served as a meeting place for the Arctic Brotherhood, a major frontier social organization.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Golden North Hotel

  Built during the Gold Rush era, the Golden North became one of Skagway’s more refined lodging options. Its architecture and history offer a contrast to the rough saloons and bunkhouses that once dominated the town.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  The Mascot Saloon

  The Mascot preserves the atmosphere of a classic Gold Rush saloon, a time when Skagway had dozens of drinking and gambling establishments. Today it offers a glimpse into the frontier entertainment culture of the late 1800s.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12

  This trail leads into the forest above Skagway and circles Lower Dewey Lake. The hike offers mountain scenery and a peaceful escape from the historic downtown area.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 13

  One of Skagway’s oldest surviving buildings, this cabin belonged to Captain William Moore, who recognized the area’s potential before the Gold Rush began. His homestead became closely tied to Skagway’s early development.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 14

  Eagles Hall became home to a long-running theatrical tradition celebrating Skagway’s Gold Rush history. The Days of ’98 Show blends music, comedy, and storytelling with the colorful story of Soapy Smith.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 15
  Mollie Walsh Park

  This community park honors Mollie Walsh, one of the notable women of the Klondike era. Her story reflects the independence, hardship, and personal drama experienced by many people during the Gold Rush.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 16
  Skagway Museum

  Housed in a historic stone building dating to 1899, the museum contains Gold Rush artifacts, photographs, and local records. The building itself is notable as Alaska’s first stone building.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 17

  This site highlights the deep Tlingit history of the Skagway area. The Tlingit lived here long before the Gold Rush and played important roles as guides, packers, traders, and boat operators.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 18

  The church reflects Skagway’s early religious history. Its original predecessor was converted from a general store in 1898, making it the first Catholic church established in Skagway.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 19

  Skagway Airport connects the town with nearby communities and offers dramatic views of surrounding mountains, waterways, glaciers, and forests. Its location highlights how important air travel remains in remote Southeast Alaska.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 20

  Yakutania Point is a scenic hiking destination overlooking Skagway’s surrounding mountains and waterways. It offers a quieter outdoor experience and some of the best natural views near town.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 21

  Smuggler’s Cove is a peaceful coastal destination reached by trail from Skagway. The area combines forest, shoreline scenery, and mountain views, making it a rewarding outdoor stop beyond the historic district.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
• Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
• At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
• Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.

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